Emergency Preparedness

There are a number of things that you can do to make sure you and your property are properly prepared to stay safe in an emergency or severe weather event.

Emergency events can include:

Fire

CFA has a wealth of resources to help you understand your fire risk and know what to do before and during a fire. Visit the CFA website for more information.

The CFA website also has bushfire survival planning, bushfire survival guide resources and explains fire danger ratings and what you can or can't do during Fire Danger Periods, including Total Fire Ban Days.

Severe weather conditions - Flood and Storms

Sandbags can be purchased from your local hardware store.

For more information on how to help prepare and protect your home and family in a flood, visit www.ses.vic.gov.au.

Other emergencies may include:

Hazardous material spills

Utility disruption - loss of gas, electricity, water or communications